This list includes 10 Appetizers that start with Q, from “Quahog Stuffies” to “Queso Fundido”. These small savory starters span dips, finger foods, and canapés, ideal for parties and casual snacks.

Appetizers that start with Q are small savory dishes served before a meal or at social gatherings. Notable examples include New England’s “Quahog Stuffies” and Mexico’s “Queso Fundido”.

Below you’ll find the table with Appetizer, Main ingredients, and Calories (per serving).

Appetizer: The appetizer name shows the common or regional term so you can recognize and search for recipes quickly.

Main ingredients: Lists the two to four core ingredients so you know flavors and whether a dish fits your pantry or dietary needs.

Calories (per serving): Gives an approximate calorie value per typical serving, helping you plan portion sizes and menu nutrition at a glance.

Appetizers that start with Q

NameRegionMain ingredientsCalories (per serving)
QuesadillaMexicotortilla, cheese, fillings (meat/veg)300 kcal per 1 small quesadilla
QuesoMexico/Tex-Mexcheese, chili, milk150 kcal per 1/4 cup
Queso FundidoMexicomelted cheese, chorizo, tortillas350 kcal per 1/2 cup
Queso FlameadoMexicomelted cheese, chorizo, spices350 kcal per 1/2 cup
QuenelleFrancefish (pike) or poultry, egg, flour120 kcal per 1 piece
Quahog StuffiesNew England (USA)quahog clams, breadcrumbs, pork sausage240 kcal per 1 piece
Quark DipGermany/Central Europequark, herbs, garlic100 kcal per 1/4 cup
Quail EggsGlobalquail eggs, salt40 kcal per 3 eggs
Quail Scotch EggUnited Kingdomquail egg, sausage, breadcrumbs120 kcal per 1 piece
Quesadilla BitesMexico/USAtortilla, cheese, fillings (meat/veg)80 kcal per 1 bite

Descriptions

Quesadilla
Folded tortilla filled with melted cheese and savory fillings; served hot and cut into wedges as a finger food. Variants include cheese-only, chicken or vegetarian.
Queso
Creamy melted cheese dip served warm with tortilla chips as a popular Tex‑Mex starter. Variants add chorizo, tomatoes or peppers.
Queso Fundido
Skillet-baked melted cheese often mixed with chorizo or mushrooms; served hot with tortillas or chips as a shareable appetizer. Also called queso flameado in places.
Queso Flameado
A flambéed or broiled version of melted cheese with spicy chorizo; served hot with warm tortillas for scooping. Regional names and spice levels vary.
Quenelle
Light poached dumpling (often fish) served hot in a sauce or broth as an elegant small starter. Lyonnaise pike quenelle is a classic variant.
Quahog Stuffies
Rhode Island-style stuffed quahogs baked with chopped clams, breadcrumbs and seasonings; served hot as a hearty seafood appetizer, aka “stuffies.”
Quark Dip
Fresh quark cheese mixed with herbs and garlic into a cool dip; served cold with bread or raw vegetables. Variants include dill or onion.
Quail Eggs
Tiny boiled or pickled eggs served cold or at room temperature as bar snacks, tapas or canapé toppings. Popular in Asian and European hors d’oeuvres.
Quail Scotch Egg
Mini Scotch eggs using quail eggs wrapped in sausage, breaded and fried or baked; served hot or cold as a finger-food party appetizer.
Quesadilla Bites
Small, party-sized quesadilla pieces or pinwheels served warm as finger food. Easy to customize with various fillings for sharing.
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